How much does an educational make in Arkansas?
$59,770a year
Median yearly pay for educationals in Arkansas. That is $28.74 an hour or $4,981 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.74
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 35 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,310
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,520Median: $59,770Highest 10%: $78,070
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,520 | $18.52 | |
| 25th | $46,610 | $22.41 | |
| Median | $59,770 | $28.74 | |
| 75th | $67,570 | $32.49 | |
| 90th | $78,070 | $37.53 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Smith, AR | $66,270 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $65,790 |
| Memphis, TN | $65,290 |
| Little Rock, AR | $61,660 |
| Texarkana, TX | $61,650 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $61,600 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $52,420 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for educationals.
| 32. South Carolina | $60,340 |
| 33. Idaho | $60,320 |
| 34. Tennessee | $59,960 |
| 35. Arkansas | $59,770 |
| 36. Alabama | $59,570 |
| 37. Michigan | $59,440 |
| 38. Indiana | $59,260 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an educational make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $28.74 ($59,770 a year).
Do educationals make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $59,770 against $64,330 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for educational pay?
Arkansas ranks 35 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays educationals the most?
Fort Smith, AR-OK, with a median of $66,270 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.